The Recall Desk

Hazard

Inadequate Disinfection recalls

19 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
19
Critical
0
Severe
0
Most recent
2025-07-23

Of the 19 inadequate disinfection recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 0 (0%) are Severe.

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1–19 of 19

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2116-2025·2025-07-23

    SwabCap disinfecting caps may have an incomplete seal allowing alcohol evaporation

    SwabCap Disinfecting Caps for needlefree connectors are being recalled because an incomplete seal may let isopropyl alcohol evaporate, which may result in inadequate disinfection. 1,445,600 units affected.

    Product
    SwabCap Disinfecting Cap for Needlefree Connectors: SwabSleeve, REF: SCXT3-5-2000; SwabCap, 200-ct. Box, REF: SCXT3-2000
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0620-2025·2024-12-11

    Olympus Removes Acecide-C Disinfection from GIF-1TH190 Endoscope Reprocessing

    Olympus has removed high-level disinfection with Acecide-C as an approved reprocessing method for the GIF-1TH190 gastrointestinal videoscope. Approximately 1,770 units nationwide are affected.

    Product
    EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope GIF-1TH190. Model Number: GIF-1TH190
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0529-2025·2024-12-04

    Tracheal Tube Exchange Guide Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection Risk

    Smiths Medical is recalling PORTEX Tracheal Tube Exchange Guides due to potential fluid ingress during reprocessing and inadequate disinfection per applicable standards.

    Product
    smiths medical PORTEX Tracheal Tube Exchange Guide, 10Ch x 70cm, REF 14-504-76
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0527-2025·2024-12-04

    Smiths Medical Tracheal Tube Introducer Recall Due to Inadequate Disinfection

    Smiths Medical is recalling reusable tracheal tube introducers due to potential fluid ingress during reprocessing and concerns about the adequacy of recommended disinfectants.

    Product
    smiths medical portex Venn Reusable Tracheal Tube Introducer, 15Ch x 60cm, REF 14-504-17 and REF 14-504-17JP
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0528-2025·2024-12-04

    Smiths Medical Tracheal Tube Exchange Guide Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection Risk

    Smiths Medical recalled its PORTEX Tracheal Tube Exchange Guide due to potential fluid ingress during reprocessing that may compromise disinfection standards and pose a contamination risk.

    Product
    smiths medical PORTEX Tracheal Tube Exchange Guide, 15Ch x 70cm, REF 14-504-68 and REF 14-504-68JP
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2538-2024·2024-08-14

    Steris Endoscope Reprocessor Hookups: Incorrect Instructions Risk Improper Disinfection

    Steris recalls Hookup Model 2-8-540CAS endoscope reprocessor units due to incorrect instructions that could prevent proper disinfection. Using incorrect hookup connections may lead to patient contamination or infection risk.

    Product
    Hookup Model/Catalog Number: 2-8-540CAS Product Description: Hookups provide the interface between an Advantage Plus" Automated Endoscope Reprocessor and Advantage Plus" Pass-Thru Automated Endoscope Reprocessor ( AER ) and endoscopes, which allow perfusion of liquids dispens
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1213-2023·2023-03-15

    Baxter peritoneal dialysis cap incorrectly sealed, risks inadequate disinfection

    Baxter MiniCap Disconnect Cap pouches may have faulty seals allowing air exposure, risking inadequate disinfection of the sterile connector used in peritoneal dialysis.

    Product
    Baxter MiniCap Disconnect Cap with Povidone-Iodine Solution, 5C4466P; Accessory to disposable administration set for peritoneal dialysis
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1054-2022·2022-05-18

    KARL STORZ Nasopharyngolaryngoscope Disinfection Failure Affects 14 States

    The FDA is recalling KARL STORZ Slim Nasopharyngolaryngoscope models 11001RD1 and 11001RDK1 because they fail to achieve adequate disinfection, potentially allowing microorganisms to persist on the device and transmit between patients.

    Product
    11001RD1 11001RDK1 KARL STORZ Slim Nasopharyngolaryngoscope 96216006US V5.0 (10-2018)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1069-2022·2022-05-18

    Flexible Uretero-Renoscopes Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection

    Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope instruments due to inadequate microbial disinfection. All units manufactured since January 2018 are affected.

    Product
    11278VSA 11278VSAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSE 11278VSEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSU 11278VSUK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z18447US-BC (03/2018); 11278VSUA 11278VSUAK F
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1066-2022·2022-05-18

    Flexible Cystoscopes Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection Process

    Karl Storz Flexible Cystoscope units may not be properly disinfected because the disinfection process fails to achieve the expected reduction of microorganisms. All units manufactured since January 2018 are potentially affected.

    Product
    11274BCU1 11274BCUK1 Flexible Cystoscope Z18449US-BD (08-2018)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1064-2022·2022-05-18

    Karl Storz Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection

    Karl Storz is recalling multiple Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope models because they may fail to achieve proper disinfection between procedures, posing a risk of microbial contamination.

    Product
    11272VN 11272VNK Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Z18442US-BD (08/2018); 11272VNU 11272VNUK Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Z18442US-BD (08/2018)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1061-2022·2022-05-18

    Karl Storz cystoscopes recalled due to inadequate disinfection

    Karl Storz cystoscopes manufactured since January 2018 are recalled because they may not achieve required disinfection levels. Inadequate disinfection could lead to patient infection during urological procedures.

    Product
    CYSTO-URETHRO-FIBERSCOPE REF 11272C1 CYSTOSCOPE, 15FR X 370MM, ADULT REF 11272C2 and Kit Number 11272CK2 CYSTO-URETHRO-FIBERSCOPE REF 11272CU1 and Kit Number 11272CUK1
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0996-2019·2019-03-20

    Steris Recalls AMSCO 5000 Series Washer/Disinfector Units Due to Software Defect

    Steris Corporation is recalling 68 AMSCO 5000 Series Washer/Disinfector units because a software defect may prevent the intended cleaning cycle from processing, potentially leading to inadequate disinfection.

    Product
    AMSCO 5000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model # 5052
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    27 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0995-2019·2019-03-20

    Steris Recalls AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector Units Due to Software Defect

    Steris Corporation is recalling 11 AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector units because a software defect may prevent intended processing cycles, risking inadequate cleaning or damage to medical instruments.

    Product
    AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model # 3052
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    27 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2130-2016·2016-07-13

    Custom Ultrasonics System 83 Plus Endoscope Washer Recall Issued

    Custom Ultrasonics is recalling System 83 Plus endoscope washer/disinfectors to warn customers not to use them for duodenoscopes until further notice.

    Product
    The System 83 Plus, Endoscope Washer/Disinfector Designed for the simultaneous reprocessing of up to two flexible submersible endoscopes that are used in the gastrointestinal and/or pulmonary tracts.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2774-2015·2015-09-23

    Advanced Sterilization Products Recalls CIDEX OPA Solution for Rinsing Labeling

    Advanced Sterilization Products is reminding customers to follow rinsing instructions for CIDEX OPA Solution to ensure proper disinfection of medical devices.

    Product
    CIDEX OPA Solution, P/N 20390 for use as a high level disinfectant for reprocessing heat sensitive medical devices.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1714-2015·2015-06-17

    ASP Recalls EVOTECH Endoscope Cleaner for Connection Detection Failure

    Advanced Sterilization Products is recalling EVOTECH Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor units because they may fail to detect disconnected endoscopes, allowing the cleaning cycle to complete without proper processing.

    Product
    EVOTECH Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessing System 208V, P/N 50004. The ASP EVOTECH ECR Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor is a washer/disinfector, which is indicated for use with high-level disinfectant CIDEX OPA Concentrate and an enzymatic detergent (CIDEZYME Gl) to achieve c
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2263-2013·2013-10-02

    Steris Reliance Endoscope Processing System Recalled for Air Pipe Defect

    Steris is recalling 266 Reliance Endoscope Processing Systems because an air pipe defect prevents forced flow during the disinfection cycle.

    Product
    Reliance Endoscope Processing System (REPS), STERIS Corporation, 5960 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH 44060-1834 USA www.steris.com. The intended use of the REPS is washing and high level disinfection of up to two manually pre-cleaned, immersible, reusable, heat-resistant, semi-criti
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2138-2012·2012-08-15

    Tango3 Water Storage Tank Recalled for Quality System Deficiencies

    Tango3 LLC is recalling 44 water storage tanks with ozone disinfection systems due to quality system deficiencies and lack of assurance that systems operate at minimum ozone levels.

    Product
    TANGO3 Water Storage Tank with Ozone Disinfection System, Tango3, LLC, 132 Citizens Blvd., Simpsonville, KY 40067. Models are WOZ-250-PE, WOZ-240-SS, WOZ-180-SS. The TANGO3 Water Storage Tank with Ozone Disinfection System is intended to be used for disinfection of the water dis
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    23 states